In February, Skinny Love Weddings contacted our team to do bridal hair and makeup for an elopement. While Tim and Ashley were visiting New Zealand from the US they decided to make their trip of a lifetime something truly amazing by getting hitched while they were here!

When Anthea first walked into my studio for her bridal trial, I immediately thought my job is going to be so easy! With her flawless skin and infectious personality I knew this wedding was going to be lots of fun. Anthea shared her story of how she met Hubby to be (Andrew) and her plans for her wedding. Anthea chose a braided half hair up, with a very natural makeup palette of nudes and earthy tones to compliment her bright blue eyes.

The couple married in a beautiful outdoor ceremony in West Auckland at Matua Valley Farm, followed by reception at Provenance Matua Valley. Cyclone Pam was very kind and the weather was just perfect!

The Lauren and Delwyn Project capture beautifully the details of their day. The couple had some scenic pictures taken with their bridal party at the cliff top at Muriwai Beach. Congratulations to the newly wed Anthea and Andrew.

I welcome you to view these images of Anthea – Makeup & Hair by Ali’s Makeup Station xx

Here are some official snaps from the best day celebrating Juno & Sam! A huge thank you to the talented Tom Powell Wedding Photography for these beautiful memories for this gorgeous couple. Juno and Sam couldn’t be any happier in these snaps! For the official tumbler: http://junoandsam.tumblr.com/

When Georgie got in touch with me about her dream wedding I jumped at the chance to be involved with her day. Georgie doesnt wear a lot of makeup and wanted something very natural to enhance her sparking blue eyes. We chose a very romantic modern bun for her hair to suit the incredible dress by Alma J Bridal. We got the bridal team ready at Georgies family farm in Waiuku. It just so happened that Georgie’s father had rescued a baby lamb a few days earlier and had a little pen set up in the lounge. This was a great distraction for us all!!! Congratulations to the gorgeous couple and a big thank you to Paper & Lace for featuring our work.

Moody Glamour Meets Classic Romance – I had a wonderful opportunity to style a wedding shoot with a team of very talented vendors.

Moving away from the traditional white wedding, and inspired by a palette of gold, blue & black, this styled-shoot explores a bold new look for daring brides to be. I couldnt be happier with the end results! White Magazine has featured my work White Magazine click here

My friend Sandy sent me out some Poni Cosmetics brow products to try and I am completely won over!!!

Let me introduce you to “BROW MAGIC” this brown waxed pencil is is designed to be used on any brow colour! I cant tell you how excited I am to have this item in my kit. This one item could potentially replace so many other brow products I used to use!

Last weekend I used this brow pencil on seven different brows/colours/shapes/textures and it gave me fantastic results on all clients.

This waxed pencil is waterproof / sweat proof waxed which stands the test of time.

BROW MAGIC contains biotin, which helps to re-grow dormant hair follicles Awesome for those of you like me who are trying to grow my brows back!

Congratulations to all of our 2014 Pride of New Zealand award winners, I felt honored to be involved and have our team do all the hair and makeup for these incredible nominees. http://prideofnzawards.co.nz/

The Pride of New Zealand Awards champion everyday New Zealanders whose courageous, selfless and generous contributions to their communities make New Zealand a great place to live.

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